Jon Jones has been on a tear through the UFC.
He is only 23 years old and has already climbed his way to the top of arguably the most talent rich division in the UFC.
He is 7-1 in the UFC with his only loss coming by disqualification for illegal downward elbow strikes. It’s a blemish on his otherwise perfect record, but if you’re going to lose a fight it’s probably best to lose for kicking your opponent’s ass too hard.
So, what is the key to this young fighter’s remarkable success?
There are a few. His reach and unpredictability are definitely important. However, I think the most important aspect of Jones’ game is his explosiveness.
In fact, many of the most successful fighters ever to compete in the UFC have relied on their explosiveness. For example: Tito Ortiz, Matt Hughes, Chuck Liddell.
It’s no secret, explosiveness is one of the desirable qualities a fighter can have.
With that in mind, let’s check out how Jon Jones ranks amongst the most explosive fighters in MMA today.